Fostering Social Work Specialist

11 hours ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Child Protection Professional to join our Fostering and Kinship Team. This is a 12-month maternity cover role, with the potential to become fully permanent after this year.

This position involves working with foster carers, assessing their needs, and providing ongoing support to ensure the best possible outcomes for children in care.

About the Role

The successful candidate will have experience working with vulnerable children and families, as well as strong communication and interpersonal skills. They must be able to work effectively in a team environment and possess a high level of emotional intelligence.

Our ideal candidate will have a Social Work Degree and a driving license, with the ability to work flexibly and manage competing priorities. The salary for this role is up to £49,350 per annum, depending on experience.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assessing the needs of foster carers and developing strategies to support them
  • Providing regular updates and feedback to managers and stakeholders
  • Working collaboratively with other agencies to ensure effective service delivery
  • Maintaining accurate records and reports, adhering to data protection guidelines
Benefits
  • A competitive salary of up to £49,350 per annum
  • A low caseload of around 12 foster carers, ensuring manageable workload
  • Home working opportunities, offering flexibility and work-life balance
  • Tailored induction and ongoing training, supporting professional development
  • A local authority pension scheme, providing financial security


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